Engine: 5.3-liter ohv V8

Engine Options: 200-hp 3.8-liter ohv V6; 260-hp 3.8-liter ohv supercharged V6, 303-hp 5.3-liter ohv V8

Transmission: 4-speed automatic with TAPshift

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic with TAPshift

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags, tire inflation monitoring system

Optional Safety Equipment: ABS, EBD, traction control, stability control, curtain airbags

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Oshawa, Ontario

Model Tested: Pontiac Grand Prix GXP ($29,940)

Standard Equipment: leather/suede upholstery; air conditioning; power front bucket seats; 60/40 split folding rear seatbacks; fog lamps; twin exhaust tips; backlight radio antenna; tinted glass; Driver Information Center; remote keyless entry; anti-theft system; power mirrors/door locks/windows; cruise control; rear defogger; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; tachometer; CD radio with 6 speakers and steering wheel audio controls; two auxiliary power outlets; side protective moldings; premium lighting (rear assist handles, lighted vanity mirrors, reading lamps front/rear): overhead console with glasses storage; right front folding seatback; cargo net; ABS with enhanced traction system; antiskid system; Magnasteer variable effort power steering; OnStar; tire inflation monitoring system; remote engine starting; dual-zone automatic climate control; heated front seats, head-up instrument display

Options as Tested: Sun and Sound Package ($1195) includes power sunroof, in-dash 6-CD player, and 9 Monsoon speakers

Destination Charge: 685

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 303 @ 5600

Torque: 323 @ 4400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 18/27

Wheelbase: 110.5 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 198.3/73.8/55.9 inches

Track Front/Rear: 63.5/61.7 inches

Turning Cycle: 38.0 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 38.5/54.6/42.4 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 36.5/53.5/36.5 inches

Trunk Volume: 57 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, lower A-arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: inches

Curb Weight: 3600 pounds

Towing Capacity: 1000 pounds

Tires: P255/45WR18 front, 225/50WR18 rear Bridgestone Potenza

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS and EBD

Fuel Capacity: 17 Gallons